10th C. Korean Koryo Dynasty Bronze Spoon

East Asia, Korea, Koryo (Goryeo) Dynasty, ca. 918 to 1392 CE. A fine cast-bronze spoon with an elongated, diamond-shaped scoop, a sweeping handle, and a split-tail terminal with incised linear striations. A lovely example covered in lustrous layers of green and brown patina. Size: 10.5" L x 1.2" W (26.7 cm x 3 cm).

For a couple of similar examples, please see The British Museum, museum number 1926,0407.13: https://www.britishmuseum.org/research/collection_online/collection_object_details.aspx?objectId=260414&partId=1&searchText=Goryeo+&page=4

Provenance: private Colorado, USA collection; ex-Arte Primitivo Gallery, New York, New York, USA

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Condition Report: Slight bending to overall form and minor abrasions, otherwise intact and very good. Light earthen deposits as well as great green and brown patina throughout.